A goat has been rescued by firefighters after becoming stranded on a 35-metre-high cliff in Croydon.

The goat, known as Gandalf, found itself stuck on a cliff in Godstone Road at 9.30am yesterday (January 4).

Sub-Officer, Darren Joy, who was at the scene, said it is unknown on how long Gandalf was left stuck.

Your Local Guardian: The goat, known as Gandalf, found itself stuck on a cliff in Godstone Road.The goat, known as Gandalf, found itself stuck on a cliff in Godstone Road. (Image: London Fire Brigade)

He explained that crews used a drone to distract Gandalf while pulling him up using a safety line.

Darren added: “Thankfully, he was very well-behaved and came away unhurt.

“Firefighters love animals, and we are ready, willing and able to assist distressed or injured animals.

“The last thing we want is for people to put themselves at risk rescuing an animal themselves – but we do encourage people to call the RSPCA in the first instance.

“We will assist if our specialist equipment is required, as in this case.”

The incident was over for firefighters by 12.35pm. 

Fire crews from Purley, Wimbledon, and Edmonton fire stations attended the scene.

A spokesperson for London Fire Brigade said: “Firefighters rescued a goat that was stranded around 35-metres high on a cliff edge on Godstone Road in Kenley.   

“The usually sure-footed goat, named Gandalf by park rangers, found itself in trouble after becoming separated from the rest of its herd and unable to climb to safety. 

“The Brigade was called at 0928 and the incident was over for firefighters by 1235. 

“Fire crews from Purley, Wimbledon, and Edmonton fire stations attended the scene.”